Replace 4, 000 ties on SBVR and gage installed tie

The West Virginia Department of Transportation is requesting competitive quotations for replacing approximately 4,000 ties on the Scottsburg Branch Valley Railroad (SBVR) with gage-installed tie work, with quotations due September 17, 2026.

The scope includes tie replacement and gage installation across designated sections of the SBVR, with spiking pattern and track-specific technical specifications detailed in the attachments. Bidders must submit line-item pricing for labor, materials, equipment, and associated costs. All bidders must execute a drug-free affidavit and provide a bid bond as conditions of submission. Prevailing wage requirements apply if applicable to the project. The selected contractor will be required to carry appropriate bonding and insurance coverage during execution.

Bidders must demonstrate qualifications and experience with similar railroad maintenance projects and capability to meet project timelines and specifications. The solicitation may include provisions for small business set-asides or other preferences in accordance with West Virginia procurement regulations, though specific set-aside details are not explicitly stated in the available summaries. Contractor participation must comply with all West Virginia procurement regulations and include mandatory compliance with state-specific contractual obligations, payment structures, insurance requirements, liability provisions, performance standards, and safety standards.

Track maps identifying the geographic scope and work locations are provided as Attachment B to support bidders' planning and cost estimation. The solicitation documents establish the competitive evaluation framework and award procedures governing this railroad infrastructure maintenance contract.